BACKGROUND Zinc-α2-glycoprotein 1 (AZGP1) plays important roles in metabolism-related diseases. The underlying molecular mechanisms and therapeutic effects of AZGP1 remain unknown in non-alcoholic fatty liver disease...BACKGROUND Zinc-α2-glycoprotein 1 (AZGP1) plays important roles in metabolism-related diseases. The underlying molecular mechanisms and therapeutic effects of AZGP1 remain unknown in non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). AIM To explore the effects and potential mechanism of AZGP1 on NAFLD in vivo and in vitro. METHODS The expression of AZGP1 and its effects on hepatocytes were examined in NAFLD patients, CCl4-treated mice fed a high fat diet (HFD), and human LO2 cells. RESULTS AZGP1 levels were significantly decreased in liver tissues of NAFLD patients and mice. AZGP1 knockdown was found to activate inflammation;enhance steatogenesis, including promoting lipogenesis [sterol regulatory elementbinding protein (SREBP)-1c, liver X receptor (LXR), fatty acid synthase (FAS), acetyl-CoA carboxylase (ACC), and stearoyl CoA desaturase 1 (SCD)-1], increasing lipid transport and accumulation [fatty acid transport protein (FATP), carnitine palmitoyl transferase (CPT)-1A, and adiponectin], and reducing fatty acid β-oxidation [farnesoid X receptor (FXR) and peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor (PPAR)-α];accelerate proliferation;and reverse apoptosis in LO2 cells. AZGP1 overexpression (OV-AZGP1) had the opposite effects. Furthermore, AZGP1 alleviated NAFLD by blocking TNF-α-mediated inflammation and intracellular lipid deposition, promoting proliferation, and inhibiting apoptosis in LO2 cells. Finally, treatment with OV-AZGP1 plasmid dramatically improved liver injury and eliminated liver fat in NAFLD mice. CONCLUSION AZGP1 attenuates NAFLD with regard to ameliorating inflammation, accelerating lipolysis, promoting proliferation, and reducing apoptosis by negatively regulating TNF-α. AZGP1 is suggested to be a novel promising therapeutic target for NAFLD.展开更多
The sequential oxidation-Horner-Wadsworth-Emmons reaction of alcohols to prepare α-Halo-α,β-unsaturated esters (halo =F, Cl) with middle to excellent (Z)-selectivity was developed.
Inexpensive and efficient Cu(Ⅰ) catalysis is reported for the synthesis of α-hydroxy ketones from propargylic alcohols, CO2, and water via tandem carboxylative cyclization and nucleophilic addition reaction. Notably...Inexpensive and efficient Cu(Ⅰ) catalysis is reported for the synthesis of α-hydroxy ketones from propargylic alcohols, CO2, and water via tandem carboxylative cyclization and nucleophilic addition reaction. Notably, hydration of propargylic alcohols can be carried out smoothly under atmospheric CO2 pressure, generating a series of α-hydroxy ketones efficiently and selectively. This strategy shows great potential for the preparation of valuable α-hydroxy ketones by using CO2 as a crucial cocatalyst under mild conditions.展开更多
AIM: To explore the association between serum α-Lfucosidase(Af U) and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease(NAf LD).METHODS: A total of 16473 individuals(9456 men and 7017 women) were included in the current study, who p...AIM: To explore the association between serum α-Lfucosidase(Af U) and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease(NAf LD).METHODS: A total of 16473 individuals(9456 men and 7017 women) were included in the current study, who presented for a health examination at the first Affiliated hospital of Zhejiang University School of medicine in 2014. The baseline characteristics of the cohort were compared by NAf LD status. Linear regression analysis and stepwise multiple regression analysis were applied to assess the risk factors for NAf LD. Receiver operating characteristic curve was used to determine the sensitivity and specificity of Af U in the diagnosis of NAf LD.RESULTS: The prevalence rates of NAf LD and metabolic syndrome(met S) were 38.0% and 25.4%, respectively. The NAf LD group had significantly higher Af U levels than the non-NAf LD group(28.7 ± 7.9 U/L vs 26.0 ± 7.3 U/L, P < 0.001) and the prevalence rate of NAf LD increased with progressively higher serum Af U levels. Af U was positively correlated with met S and its five components: central obesity, hypertriglyceridemia, low high-density lipoprotein cholesterol, and elevated blood pressure and fasting glucose. Stepwise multiple logistic regression analysis showed that Af U was associated with an increased risk of NAf LD(OR = 1.009, 95%CI: 1.003-1.014, P < 0.001). The best cut-off value of Af U for the diagnosis of NAf LD was 27.5 U/L. The area under the curve(diagnostic efficacy index) was 0.606. The sensitivity and specificity were 54.6% and 61.8%, respectively. CONCLUSION: Af U level is significantly associated with NAf LD, and elevated Af U level is an independent risk factor for NAf LD.展开更多
TGF-Objective:To investigate the effect of postgraduate Shengsui Jiangu Capsule on tumor necrosis factors TNF-α,transforming growth factor TGF-β1 and empty bone lacuna in rats with alcoholic osteoporosis.Method:120 ...TGF-Objective:To investigate the effect of postgraduate Shengsui Jiangu Capsule on tumor necrosis factors TNF-α,transforming growth factor TGF-β1 and empty bone lacuna in rats with alcoholic osteoporosis.Method:120 SD rats were randomly divided into 4 groups,30 rats in each group:blank group,model group,western medicine control group and traditional Chinese medicine intervention group.Liquor gavage was used to model the disease,except for the blank group.The western medicine control group was gavaged with a suspension of calcium carbonate and afad3,while the Chinese medicine intervention group was gavaged with a suspension of Shengsui Jiangu capsules combined with 0.9%saline solution injection.The values of TNF-αand TGF-β1 in femora were measured after 8,12,and 16 weeks of intervention.After dissecting out the femoral head using the HE(hematoxylin-eosin staining)staining method,the bone lacunae were observed under a light microscope,and the empty bone lacunae rate was calculated for intergroup comparison.Results:Compared with the blank group,the model group had a significantly higher percentage of TNF-αand empty bone lacunae,and a significantly lower percentage of TGF-β1(P<0.01).Compared with the model group,the rates of TNF-αand empty bone lacunae in the western medicine control group and the Chinese medicine intervention group were significantly decreased,and TGF-β1 was significantly increased(P<0.01).The traditional Chinese medicine intervention group was more effective than the western medicine control group(P<0.05).Conclusion:Shengsui Jiangu capsule attenuates the expression of TNF-α,enhances the expression of TGF-β1,decreases the rate of empty bone lacunae,and achieves a protective effect against alcoholic osteoporosis in rats with alcoholic osteoporosis.展开更多
Precursor foam based Co incorporated α-Fe<sub>2</sub>O<sub>3</sub> (AFC) was successfully synthesized at 600℃ calcination temperature by simple solution method using PVA. The formation of α-...Precursor foam based Co incorporated α-Fe<sub>2</sub>O<sub>3</sub> (AFC) was successfully synthesized at 600℃ calcination temperature by simple solution method using PVA. The formation of α-Fe<sub>2</sub>O<sub>3</sub> nanoparticles was confirmed by X-ray diffraction measurement and reduction in crystallite size was found after cobalt incorporation. Field emission scanning electron microscopy revealed the existence of pyramidal shaped iron oxide in AFC. FTIR and Raman spectra also confirmed the presence of α-Fe<sub>2</sub>O<sub>3</sub>. Photocatalytic activity study showed that the cobalt incorporated α-Fe<sub>2</sub>O<sub>3</sub> was better photocatalyst than pure α-Fe<sub>2</sub>O<sub>3</sub>. The cobalt incorporated iron oxide nanoparticles could be used for drug delivery application and this simple preparation method could be adopted for the synthesis of other transition metal oxides.展开更多
A novel nitrogen‐centered radical‐induced1,2‐carbon migration reaction of allylic alcohols has been developed.This method provides easy access to a variety ofα‐quaternary‐β‐amino ketones under mild reaction co...A novel nitrogen‐centered radical‐induced1,2‐carbon migration reaction of allylic alcohols has been developed.This method provides easy access to a variety ofα‐quaternary‐β‐amino ketones under mild reaction conditions.The reaction has a wide substrate scope and operational simplicity.Mechanistic studies suggest that1,2‐carbon migration is induced by regioselective nitrogen‐centered radical addition to the alkene unit.?2018,Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics,Chinese Academy of Sciences.Published by Elsevier B.V.All rights reserved.展开更多
Alcoholic liver injury represents a progressive process with a range of consequences including hepatic steatosis, steatohepatitis, liver fibrosis, cirrhosis, and hepatocellular carcinoma. Targeting key molecular regul...Alcoholic liver injury represents a progressive process with a range of consequences including hepatic steatosis, steatohepatitis, liver fibrosis, cirrhosis, and hepatocellular carcinoma. Targeting key molecular regulators involved in the development of alcoholic liver injury may be of great value in the prevention of liver injury. Peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor α (PPARα) plays a pivotal role in modulation of hepatic lipid metabolism, oxidative stress, inflammatory response and fibrogenesis. As such, PPARα may be a potential therapeutic target for the treatment of alcoholic liver disease.展开更多
The oxidation of a,b-unsaturated primary and secondary alcohols to corresponding aldehydes and ketones by manganese dioxide in ionic liquids as a safe recyclable and accelerative reaction medium under mild conditions ...The oxidation of a,b-unsaturated primary and secondary alcohols to corresponding aldehydes and ketones by manganese dioxide in ionic liquids as a safe recyclable and accelerative reaction medium under mild conditions are described. The rate of the oxidation reaction is faster and the yield is higher than that with conventional procedures.展开更多
In a facile procedure, 2-(1, 3-dithian-2-ylidene)-l-aryl ketones 1 vere reduced with magnesium in methanol to give α-aryl-β -(1, 3-dithane) alcohols 2 in good to high yields.
目的:观察木香槟榔丸全方对小鼠肿瘤坏死因子α(TNF-α)和胃蛋白酶原(PG)的影响,探讨木香槟榔丸全方对小鼠酒精性胃损伤的防治作用。方法:小鼠60只随机分为空白对照组(A组)12只、模型对照组(B组)24只、木香槟榔丸干预组(C组)24只。常规...目的:观察木香槟榔丸全方对小鼠肿瘤坏死因子α(TNF-α)和胃蛋白酶原(PG)的影响,探讨木香槟榔丸全方对小鼠酒精性胃损伤的防治作用。方法:小鼠60只随机分为空白对照组(A组)12只、模型对照组(B组)24只、木香槟榔丸干预组(C组)24只。常规饲料喂养,A组灌胃生理盐水,B组灌胃56°白酒和生理盐水,C组灌胃56°白酒和木香槟榔丸全方冲剂,每24 h 1次,持续1周。每日观察记录小鼠的摄食、饮水量及体重,实验结束时检测小鼠胃匀浆中胃蛋白酶原(PGⅠ、PGⅡ)浓度及血中肿瘤坏死因子(TNF-α)浓度。结果:A组小鼠几乎无躁动,进食饮水如常,行动灵活,体重增长在正常范围内,毛发明亮且有光泽;B组小鼠明显不安烦躁,少进食,毛发几乎无光泽,呈灰黄色,排干样便,处死后发现其胃部出现明显胀气、出血倾向;C组小鼠毛发润泽度对比B组较好,排软样便。与B组相比,A组和C组PGⅠ的浓度明显较高,PGⅡ的浓度明显降低(P<0.05),TNF-α浓度显著降低(P<0.05)。结论:木香槟榔丸全方对小鼠酒精性胃损伤具有良好的预防和治疗作用。展开更多
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China,No.81570547 and No.81770597the Development Program of China during the 13~(th) Five-year Plan Period,No.2017ZX10203202003005
文摘BACKGROUND Zinc-α2-glycoprotein 1 (AZGP1) plays important roles in metabolism-related diseases. The underlying molecular mechanisms and therapeutic effects of AZGP1 remain unknown in non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). AIM To explore the effects and potential mechanism of AZGP1 on NAFLD in vivo and in vitro. METHODS The expression of AZGP1 and its effects on hepatocytes were examined in NAFLD patients, CCl4-treated mice fed a high fat diet (HFD), and human LO2 cells. RESULTS AZGP1 levels were significantly decreased in liver tissues of NAFLD patients and mice. AZGP1 knockdown was found to activate inflammation;enhance steatogenesis, including promoting lipogenesis [sterol regulatory elementbinding protein (SREBP)-1c, liver X receptor (LXR), fatty acid synthase (FAS), acetyl-CoA carboxylase (ACC), and stearoyl CoA desaturase 1 (SCD)-1], increasing lipid transport and accumulation [fatty acid transport protein (FATP), carnitine palmitoyl transferase (CPT)-1A, and adiponectin], and reducing fatty acid β-oxidation [farnesoid X receptor (FXR) and peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor (PPAR)-α];accelerate proliferation;and reverse apoptosis in LO2 cells. AZGP1 overexpression (OV-AZGP1) had the opposite effects. Furthermore, AZGP1 alleviated NAFLD by blocking TNF-α-mediated inflammation and intracellular lipid deposition, promoting proliferation, and inhibiting apoptosis in LO2 cells. Finally, treatment with OV-AZGP1 plasmid dramatically improved liver injury and eliminated liver fat in NAFLD mice. CONCLUSION AZGP1 attenuates NAFLD with regard to ameliorating inflammation, accelerating lipolysis, promoting proliferation, and reducing apoptosis by negatively regulating TNF-α. AZGP1 is suggested to be a novel promising therapeutic target for NAFLD.
文摘The sequential oxidation-Horner-Wadsworth-Emmons reaction of alcohols to prepare α-Halo-α,β-unsaturated esters (halo =F, Cl) with middle to excellent (Z)-selectivity was developed.
基金supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(21672119)China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(2018M641624)~~
文摘Inexpensive and efficient Cu(Ⅰ) catalysis is reported for the synthesis of α-hydroxy ketones from propargylic alcohols, CO2, and water via tandem carboxylative cyclization and nucleophilic addition reaction. Notably, hydration of propargylic alcohols can be carried out smoothly under atmospheric CO2 pressure, generating a series of α-hydroxy ketones efficiently and selectively. This strategy shows great potential for the preparation of valuable α-hydroxy ketones by using CO2 as a crucial cocatalyst under mild conditions.
基金Supported by National Key Basic Research Development ProgramNo.2012CB524905+9 种基金National Science and Technology Support Plan ProjectNo.2012BAI06B04National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaNo.81100278No.81170378No.81230012 and No.81270487International Science and Technology Cooperation Projects of Zhejiang ProvinceNo.2013C24010Science Fund of Health Bureau of Zhejiang ProvinceNo.2012RCA026
文摘AIM: To explore the association between serum α-Lfucosidase(Af U) and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease(NAf LD).METHODS: A total of 16473 individuals(9456 men and 7017 women) were included in the current study, who presented for a health examination at the first Affiliated hospital of Zhejiang University School of medicine in 2014. The baseline characteristics of the cohort were compared by NAf LD status. Linear regression analysis and stepwise multiple regression analysis were applied to assess the risk factors for NAf LD. Receiver operating characteristic curve was used to determine the sensitivity and specificity of Af U in the diagnosis of NAf LD.RESULTS: The prevalence rates of NAf LD and metabolic syndrome(met S) were 38.0% and 25.4%, respectively. The NAf LD group had significantly higher Af U levels than the non-NAf LD group(28.7 ± 7.9 U/L vs 26.0 ± 7.3 U/L, P < 0.001) and the prevalence rate of NAf LD increased with progressively higher serum Af U levels. Af U was positively correlated with met S and its five components: central obesity, hypertriglyceridemia, low high-density lipoprotein cholesterol, and elevated blood pressure and fasting glucose. Stepwise multiple logistic regression analysis showed that Af U was associated with an increased risk of NAf LD(OR = 1.009, 95%CI: 1.003-1.014, P < 0.001). The best cut-off value of Af U for the diagnosis of NAf LD was 27.5 U/L. The area under the curve(diagnostic efficacy index) was 0.606. The sensitivity and specificity were 54.6% and 61.8%, respectively. CONCLUSION: Af U level is significantly associated with NAf LD, and elevated Af U level is an independent risk factor for NAf LD.
基金Joint Orientation Program of the Heilongjiang Nature Foundation(No.LH2020H086)Chinese Medicine Council of Heilongjiang(No.ZHY10-W22)。
文摘TGF-Objective:To investigate the effect of postgraduate Shengsui Jiangu Capsule on tumor necrosis factors TNF-α,transforming growth factor TGF-β1 and empty bone lacuna in rats with alcoholic osteoporosis.Method:120 SD rats were randomly divided into 4 groups,30 rats in each group:blank group,model group,western medicine control group and traditional Chinese medicine intervention group.Liquor gavage was used to model the disease,except for the blank group.The western medicine control group was gavaged with a suspension of calcium carbonate and afad3,while the Chinese medicine intervention group was gavaged with a suspension of Shengsui Jiangu capsules combined with 0.9%saline solution injection.The values of TNF-αand TGF-β1 in femora were measured after 8,12,and 16 weeks of intervention.After dissecting out the femoral head using the HE(hematoxylin-eosin staining)staining method,the bone lacunae were observed under a light microscope,and the empty bone lacunae rate was calculated for intergroup comparison.Results:Compared with the blank group,the model group had a significantly higher percentage of TNF-αand empty bone lacunae,and a significantly lower percentage of TGF-β1(P<0.01).Compared with the model group,the rates of TNF-αand empty bone lacunae in the western medicine control group and the Chinese medicine intervention group were significantly decreased,and TGF-β1 was significantly increased(P<0.01).The traditional Chinese medicine intervention group was more effective than the western medicine control group(P<0.05).Conclusion:Shengsui Jiangu capsule attenuates the expression of TNF-α,enhances the expression of TGF-β1,decreases the rate of empty bone lacunae,and achieves a protective effect against alcoholic osteoporosis in rats with alcoholic osteoporosis.
文摘Precursor foam based Co incorporated α-Fe<sub>2</sub>O<sub>3</sub> (AFC) was successfully synthesized at 600℃ calcination temperature by simple solution method using PVA. The formation of α-Fe<sub>2</sub>O<sub>3</sub> nanoparticles was confirmed by X-ray diffraction measurement and reduction in crystallite size was found after cobalt incorporation. Field emission scanning electron microscopy revealed the existence of pyramidal shaped iron oxide in AFC. FTIR and Raman spectra also confirmed the presence of α-Fe<sub>2</sub>O<sub>3</sub>. Photocatalytic activity study showed that the cobalt incorporated α-Fe<sub>2</sub>O<sub>3</sub> was better photocatalyst than pure α-Fe<sub>2</sub>O<sub>3</sub>. The cobalt incorporated iron oxide nanoparticles could be used for drug delivery application and this simple preparation method could be adopted for the synthesis of other transition metal oxides.
文摘A novel nitrogen‐centered radical‐induced1,2‐carbon migration reaction of allylic alcohols has been developed.This method provides easy access to a variety ofα‐quaternary‐β‐amino ketones under mild reaction conditions.The reaction has a wide substrate scope and operational simplicity.Mechanistic studies suggest that1,2‐carbon migration is induced by regioselective nitrogen‐centered radical addition to the alkene unit.?2018,Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics,Chinese Academy of Sciences.Published by Elsevier B.V.All rights reserved.
文摘Alcoholic liver injury represents a progressive process with a range of consequences including hepatic steatosis, steatohepatitis, liver fibrosis, cirrhosis, and hepatocellular carcinoma. Targeting key molecular regulators involved in the development of alcoholic liver injury may be of great value in the prevention of liver injury. Peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor α (PPARα) plays a pivotal role in modulation of hepatic lipid metabolism, oxidative stress, inflammatory response and fibrogenesis. As such, PPARα may be a potential therapeutic target for the treatment of alcoholic liver disease.
文摘The oxidation of a,b-unsaturated primary and secondary alcohols to corresponding aldehydes and ketones by manganese dioxide in ionic liquids as a safe recyclable and accelerative reaction medium under mild conditions are described. The rate of the oxidation reaction is faster and the yield is higher than that with conventional procedures.
文摘In a facile procedure, 2-(1, 3-dithian-2-ylidene)-l-aryl ketones 1 vere reduced with magnesium in methanol to give α-aryl-β -(1, 3-dithane) alcohols 2 in good to high yields.
文摘目的:观察木香槟榔丸全方对小鼠肿瘤坏死因子α(TNF-α)和胃蛋白酶原(PG)的影响,探讨木香槟榔丸全方对小鼠酒精性胃损伤的防治作用。方法:小鼠60只随机分为空白对照组(A组)12只、模型对照组(B组)24只、木香槟榔丸干预组(C组)24只。常规饲料喂养,A组灌胃生理盐水,B组灌胃56°白酒和生理盐水,C组灌胃56°白酒和木香槟榔丸全方冲剂,每24 h 1次,持续1周。每日观察记录小鼠的摄食、饮水量及体重,实验结束时检测小鼠胃匀浆中胃蛋白酶原(PGⅠ、PGⅡ)浓度及血中肿瘤坏死因子(TNF-α)浓度。结果:A组小鼠几乎无躁动,进食饮水如常,行动灵活,体重增长在正常范围内,毛发明亮且有光泽;B组小鼠明显不安烦躁,少进食,毛发几乎无光泽,呈灰黄色,排干样便,处死后发现其胃部出现明显胀气、出血倾向;C组小鼠毛发润泽度对比B组较好,排软样便。与B组相比,A组和C组PGⅠ的浓度明显较高,PGⅡ的浓度明显降低(P<0.05),TNF-α浓度显著降低(P<0.05)。结论:木香槟榔丸全方对小鼠酒精性胃损伤具有良好的预防和治疗作用。